Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Union Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Union Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Union Grove Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
SEASONS OF LEARNING, SEASONS OF CHANGE
School Rankings
Union Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Grove Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Union Grove Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Union Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Union Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Friendsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Union Grove Elementary School?
236 students attend Union Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Union Grove Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Grove Elementary School?
Union Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Union Grove Elementary School offer ?
Union Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Union Grove Elementary School part of?
Union Grove Elementary School is part of Blount County School District.
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